Class Code: 00792
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE
ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE 3
Supervises Administrative Law Judge’s who conduct
contested case hearings and conducts contested case hearings; performs related
work as required.
The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
Supervises and evaluates the work of subordinates;
recommends personnel actions related to selection, discipline, performance
plans, leaves, grievances, work schedules and assignments; administers
personnel policies and procedures.
Assesses training needs of staff and develops
necessary training plans.
Conducts prehearing conferences, does legal research
and rules on motions.
Presides over and conducts contested case appeal
hearings in accordance with the Iowa Code, Chapter 17A, involving sensitive
matters or possible precedent setting decisions on appeals to ensure compliance
with department enforced state and federal laws and regulations.
Preside over and conduct contested case hearings by: scheduling date, time and location of hearing; administering oaths; ruling on legal motions; ascertain pertinent facts by questioning witnesses and reviewing documents; directing the recording of testimony and ruling on objections; assessing evidence, to admit or exclude, through direct examination, cross examination and further examination as necessary; and issuing subpoenas to compel attendance of witnesses and production of papers/records.
Prepares written findings of facts and proposed
decisions involving administrative determinations based on evaluation of
pertinent facts and application of appropriate provisions of law and
established precedents.
Knowledge of administrative and common law.
Knowledge of rules of evidence.
Knowledge of procedures followed in the conduct of
contested case hearings.
Knowledge of appeal rights and remedies as set forth
in pertinent case laws, statutes and administrative rules.
Knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, and
regulations pertaining to the employing department.
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques
of supervision.
Knowledge of staff training and development.
Ability to exercise control over contested case
hearings to ensure that relevant facts, information, and evidence are
presented.
Ability to analyze facts and make sound decisions
based on evidence presented and on applicable laws, rules and precedents.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working
relationships with subordinate staff, public and private officials, and the
general public.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing.
Ability to plan, organize, control, and effectively
administer the work of subordinate personnel.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from
theft-related, dishonest or unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with internal and external clients
and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and cooperative
manner. Committed to quality service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort and
commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision, demonstrates
responsible behavior and attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to supervision. Makes an effort to follow policy and
cooperate with supervisors.
Acts to align one's behavior with the needs,
priorities and goals of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust,
and group identity. Fosters commitment
and team spirit.
Expresses information to individuals or groups
effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the
information. Listens to others and responds
appropriately.
Graduation from an accredited four year college or
university and seven years of full time responsible quasi-judicial or closely
related experience which involved either: conducting legal investigations to
obtain evidence; hearing cases relative to specific organizational programs and
recommending action for the disposition of cases;
OR
graduation
from an accredited school of law and four years of full time experience in the
practice of law or four years of the above qualifying experience;
OR
any
equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience totaling eleven
years on the basis that 30 semester hours of college or university course work
is equal to one year of experience;
OR
employees
with current continuous experience in the state executive branch that
includes experience equal to eighteen months of full time work as an
Administrative Law Judge 2.
NOTE:
Persons newly employed to preside over contested case
proceedings, by the Administrative Hearing Division in the Department of
Inspections and Appeals, must possess a current, active license to
practice law in Iowa.
For designated positions, an appointing authority,
with Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise
prior approval, may request that only those applicants possessing one or both
of the following be certified to fill vacancies in this class:
354 law
degree
871 license
to practice law in Iowa
Effective
Date: 10/98
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